Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon A1000
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Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon A1000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 36-108mm (F2.8-7.9) lens
- 111g - 95 x 60 x 23mm
- Introduced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-840mm (F3.4-6.9) lens
- 330g - 114 x 72 x 41mm
- Introduced January 2019
- Replaced the Nikon A900

Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon A1000 Overview
Following is a in depth overview of the Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon A1000, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Casio and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the EX-S12 (12MP) and A1000 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-S12 was launched 11 years before the A1000 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple summary of how the EX-S12 grades against the A1000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon A1000 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-S12 & Nikon Coolpix A1000. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-S12 Gallery & Nikon A1000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Nikon A1000
EX-S12 | A1000 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon A1000 over the Casio EX-S12
A1000 | EX-S12 | |||
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Introduced | January 2019 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 122 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Nikon A1000
EX-S12 | A1000 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing |
Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon A1000 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-S12 has outside measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Nikon A1000 has dimensions of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon A1000 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-S12 vs the A1000.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-S12 and A1000 is 96 and 86 respectively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon A1000 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes merely by seeing specifications. The picture below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-S12 and A1000.
Plainly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Nikon A1000 to show more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-S12 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon A1000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon A1000 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Nikon Coolpix A1000 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Nikon Coolpix A1000 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-01-08 | 2019-01-18 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 24-840mm (35.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-7.9 | f/3.4-6.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,166k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 98 percent |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/2 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 6.00 m (with Auto ISO) |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | EN-EL12 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | No |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 111 gr (0.24 lb) | 330 gr (0.73 lb) |
Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 114 x 72 x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 250 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-60 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $119 | $477 |